Peru - Understand Peru & Survival Guide (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet

This chapter contains the Understand Peru, Peru Today, History, Life in Peru, Peru’s Cuisine, Ancient Peru, Indigenous Peru, Music & the Arts, the Natural World, Survival Guide, Directory, Transport, Health and Glossary chapters from Lonely Planet’s Peru guidebook.

Peru - Understand Peru & Survival Guide (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet

All the info you need on everything from history, to ancient civilizations and cultures, to flights, public transport, climate, money, the internet...you name it. Get tips for women travelers, kids and travelers with disabilities, as well as a handy language guide and glossary.

a rundown on history, people and cultural events

info on Peru's many dominant and sophisticated civilizations

learn about the incredible variety of flora and fauna in a country that has everything from deserts to lush rainforest

full coverage for foodies who want to learn all about Peru’s incredible fusion cuisine

Coverage includes: Understand Peru, Peru Today, History: from Early Settlers to the 21st Century, Life in Peru: Population, Lifestyle, Social Graces, Religion, Women In Peru and Spectator Sports, Peru’s Cuisine: Staples & Specialties, The Coast, The Highlands, The Amazon, Desserts, Drinks, Beer & Wine and Where To Eat & Drink, Ancient Peru: Caral, Chavín, Paracas & Nazca, The Moche and The Wari, Indigenous Peru: Post-Conquest Life, A 20Th Century Shift, Pressures Of Poverty, & Environment, A Multitude Of Cultures and Quechua, Music & the Arts: Music, Visual Art and Literature, The Natural World: The Land, Wildlife, Animals, Plants and National Parks, Survival Guide, Directory, Transport, Health and Glossary.